On September 13, the Grand Est region will inaugurate the solar farm at the Espace du Génie in Écrouves—a 11.87 MW project developed on a former military brownfield. This citizen-led initiative is a collaboration between SEM SIPEnR, Enercoop Nord-Est (ENErgic), Énergie Partagée, and the Terres Touloises Community of Municipalities (CC2T).
Why is it remarkable?
With shared governance and citizen funding, the project is a milestone for local energy transition while repurposing a disused military site. Labeled by Énergie Partagée, it exemplifies a strong commitment to renewable energy that respects both territory and people.
“As it is managed by local and social economy actors, this project enables the community to reclaim ownership of renewable energy production. It’s a virtuous initiative combining shared governance, ethical funding, local roots, and ecological responsibility,” says Erwan Boumard, Director of Énergie Partagée.
🔋 11.81 MW of renewable power, generating 13,000 MWh of green electricity annually—a big step forward thanks to citizen investment!